NSW SES have been working hard to get the communities of North Moree, Bendygleet and Gwydirfield, which have been affected by evacuation orders, back into their properties, and Hawkesbury SES personnel have been a big part of that.

Last week, the Hawkesbury sent three crews to Moree to help with the thousands of requests for help from residents of the flooded town in the state’s north.

Hawkesbury SES member Kevin Jones told the Gazette that crews have been involved in doorknocking, sandbagging and storm damage tasks and will be returning home tomorrow (Thursday, February 9).

He said as yet, no other members are due to be deployed, but this could change at any time.

About 300 homes have suffered flooding and around 7000 people are still isolated across the state, in areas such as Wee Waa and Goodooga.

SES volunteers continue to offer supplies to isolated communities and rural properties.

Current flood warnings, including river heights and predictions are on the Bureau of Meteor-ology warnings summary page.

Visit the SES Flood Safety Advice news article for information on what to do before, during and after a flood.

To get emergency help in floods and storms, call the SES on 132 500.

For life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero). For information on major road and highway closures, call the RTA on 131 700.

For local road information, check with council.

Right: Flooded streets and a submerged quarry show the extent of the problem in some NSW towns.